td>A list of the historic buildings in the county prepared in the run-up to the local government reorganisation of 1965, including details contributed by local councils, local societies and members of the public covering antiquities in the county with plans.td>A list of the historic buildings in the county prepared in the run-up to the local government reorganisation of 1965, including details contributed by local councils, local societies and members of the public covering antiquities in the county with plans.td>A list of the historic buildings in the county prepared in the run-up to the local government reorganisation of 1965, including details contributed by local councils, local societies and members of the public covering antiquities in the county with plans.td>A list of the historic buildings in the county prepared in the run-up to the local government reorganisation of 1965, including details contributed by local councils, local societies and members of the public covering antiquities in the county with plans.
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ST CATHERINE'S Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Rambles round Guildford preceded by a topographical and historical description of the town, new and enlarged edition   Andrews & Co., 1877 914.22162? Basement hbk., 187pp., engravings; very poor condition. A description and history together with pen portraits of notables, buildings and personages of the town of Guildford with rambles in the town and surrounding areas.
  Ramblers guide to Guildford and environs A SON OF Surrey Geographia, 192? 914.221? Basement pbk., sketch maps, fold out map of Guildford environs, town plan of Guildford introductory essay on Guildford , description of Guildford and then a selection of 12 rambles through the Surrey countryside each with a map of the walk. Publication date estimated from references on page 59 to LGOC which started to expand services into
  Vintage Guildford ALEXANDER, Matthew Hendon, 1981 942.2162 Main Library pbk., 44pp., bw photos Pictorial history of Guildford incorporating suggestions made by readers of Guildford as it was. The photographs concentrate mainly with the firms and shops in business during the period.
  A picture of Surrey BAKER, John L Robert Hale, 1980 942.21 Main Library hbk., 224pp., illus, glossary of architectural terms, sketch map,; second copy Basement= 210 Brief survey of the architectural history based on the cottages, houses, farms churches and stately homes of the county
  On the Pilgrim's Way CAPPER, D P Methuen, 1928 914.22 Basement hbk., 85pp., illus, bw photos., map story of a trek along the Pilgrim's Way
  The Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury CARTWRIGHT, Julia John Murray, 1911 914.22 Basement hbk., 225pp., illus, bw photographs, drawings, sketches, map. Reprint of the account of the Pilgrim's Way first published in Art Journal 1892
  The Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury, with illustrations by A Quinton CARTWRIGHT, Julia J S Virtue, 1895 942.2 Basement hbk., 158pp., illus., maps  
  Companion into Surrey COLLINSON-MORLEY, L Methuen, 1949 914.221 Basement hbk., 240pp., photos, bibliog. Second copy C1518, An historical and literary background to the rural areas of Surrey
  The Pilgrim's Road: a practical guide for the pedestrian on the ancient way from Winchester to Canterbury ELLISTON-ERWOOD, Frank C Homeland Association, 1923 914.22 Basement hbk., 236pp., fold out map of the Pilgrim's Way, bibliog., photographs, sketch maps, plans Short guide to the Pilgrim's Way originally published din 1910
  A guide to the Industrial History of Guildford and its Borough HAVERON, Francis Surrey Industrial History Group, 1993   Basement pbk., 40pp., illus, bw photos, drawings, map, further reading list Brief survey of the industrial archaeology of the borough of Guildford.
  The Charm of Surrey HOME, Gordon A & C Black, nd 914.221 Basement HBK., 136pp, drawings of Surrey towns and villages Romantic description of contemporary Surrey
  A West Surrey Sketch Book: Twenty Six Drawings by William Hude with an Introductory Essay by Eric Parker HYDE, William & PARKER, Eric A C Curtis, 1913 914.22162 Basement hbk., 52pp., with plates tipped into facing pages. A short sketch book of wet Surrey with views of the locality
  Surrey: a Photographic Record 1859 to 1920 JANAWAY, John Countryside Books, 1984 942.21 Basement pbk., 95pp., photo Photographic survey of Surrey from Victorian times to the end of WWI
  In and around Guildford JUDGES, E A Surrey Times, 1895 942..2162 Basement hbk., 110pp., illus, bw photos, list of MPs for Guilford since 1800, Mayors since 1800, Recorders and High Stewards, Election results from 1874 to 1894, table of miscellaneous facts description and history of the town
  Picturesque Surrey: a portfolio of sketches by Duncan Moul with descriptive letterpress by Gibson Thompson MOUL, Duncan & THOMPSON, Gibson F E Robinson, 190? 942.21 Basement hbk., 337pp., illus a contemporary description of villages in the County accompanied by engravings
  Wanderings in Surrey PALMER, William T Skeffington, nd 942.21 Basement hbk., 223pp., bw illus., "Every town, river, common, ridge. wood and road in the county has been visited" A topographical description of the country in the post war period. Published about 1950.
  Highways and Byways in Surrey PARKER, Eric Macmillan, 1908 914.221 Basement 452pp., fold out map of Surrey, sketches, Very poor condition A description of Surrey for the early 19th century walker or tourist
  Surrey, Guildford and district from original water colour paintings r J Salmon, nd ? Basement pbk., 14pp., col plates Reproductions of original water colour paintings of the district
  Memory Lane: Guildford & District ROSE, David temporary, 2000 942.2162 Main Library hbk., 202pp., photos, illus bibliography A photographic history of Guildford including Merrow, Shalford St Catherine's and Worplesdon from Victorian times to the 1980s
  A Topographical and Historical Description of the County of Surrey, Containing an Account of its Towns, Cathedrals, Castles, Antiquities Churches, Monuments, Public Edifices [and] Picturesque Scenery. SHOBERL, Mr Sherwood Neely and Jones, 1813 942.21 Basement hbk., 304pp., illus., list of books published on Surrey A description of Surrey, interesting for its historical context. Contains a general survey of the county and then more detailed descriptions; includes a list of Barons having their capital residence in Surrey, a list of baronets.
  Rambles round Guildford with a topographical and historical description of the town SMITH, W C The Author, 1828 942.2162 Basement hbk., 232pp., illus, engravings, list of subscribers, chronological table, dedicated to Arthur Onslow recorder of the town: Second copy Short contemporary description of Guildford with rambles around the countryside.
  List of Antiquities and Conservation Areas in the Administrative County of Surrey SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL, Records and Surrey County Council, 1951 720.94221 Basement hbk., 211pp., illus, bw photos, fold out map in endpapers, copy of Emmanuel Bowen map of Surrey in side back cover
  In Picturesque Surrey SURREY TIMES Surrey Times, 189? 914.221? Basement bound pamphlet, foolscap, 54pp., illus, bw photos, drawings, pen pictures and photos of selected Surrey towns and villages; second copy C792 Basement
  The Wey Navigations: an Historical Guide WARDLE, Alan R Surrey Industrial History Group, 2003 386.48 Basement pbk., 195pp., notes, illus., A practical guide for visitors and a concise history of one of Britain's earliest man-made navigable waterways.
  Three Surrey churches: a chapter in English history, St Nicholas, Compton, St Mary Guildford by Rev H R Warel; and, St Martha Chilworth by P G Palmer together with some notes on St Catherine's chapel Guildford by Thackery Turner WARE, H R & PALMER, P G Frank Lasham, Guildford, 1901 726.58 Basement hbk., 262pp., illus, bw photos, plans, diagrs., lists of authorities: second copy L123 Basement Notes of lectures given on the churches together with notes putting them into an historical context
ST JOHN AMBULANCE Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Vintage Guildford ALEXANDER, Matthew Hendon, 1981 942.2162 Main Library pbk., 44pp., bw photos Pictorial history of Guildford incorporating suggestions made by readers of Guildford as it was. The photographs concentrate mainly with the firms and shops in business during the period.
  St John Ambulance in Guildford: the first 50 years MERCER, Sarah The Author, 2004 362.188 Main Library pbk., 94pp., illus, diagrams, photos. A survey of the history of the Guildford division from1888 to 1938
  Memories of Guildford TRUE NORTH BOOKS True North Books, 2000 942.2162 Basement 104pp., hbk, photographs A selection of photographs and memories of Guildford in the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s
ST JOHNS, NR WOKING Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  A History of Woking CROSBY, Alan Phillimore, 1982 942.2142 Basement hbk., 224pp., bibliog., notes and references table, population of the parishes, maps, illus. An easily read account of the making of the town from earliest times down to WW2: 2nd copy = 4500
  Bygone Woking WAKEFORD, Ian Phillimore, 1983 942.2142 Basement hbk., 100pp., illus., further reading list Pictorial survey of Woking from early 1900s to late 1930s.
ST MARTHA ON THE HILL Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Borough of Guildford: official Guide 1982/4   Home Publishing, 1982 ? Basement pbk., 64pp., illus, bw& col photos classified information directory, map of Guildford town centre The Official guide to Guildford for the years 1982 to 1984; includes pen pictures of the education, the villages, entertainment and activates where to stay and where to eat.
  Godalming, Charterhouse and District: thirty seven views with historical and descriptive notes   A C Curtis, 1921 942.219 Basement hbk,., ?60pages, bw photos a book of contemporary photos with short but descriptive notes
  Guildford and district: the official guide and handbook for residents and visitors   Guildford Borough Council, 1972 942.2162 Basement pbk., 120pp. Illus., col & bw illus., classified information directory, fold out map of Guildford district showing ward boundaries, plan of Ash and Guildford Town, includes an essay by Mark Sturley on Guildford and the Local Government Act 1972. The Official guide to Guildford for the years 1972 to 1973; includes sections on wards in the new District, future developments , inc the Friary development, the new Guildford hospital, law courts, a guide to Guildford for the tourist, a list of interest
  Rambles round Guildford preceded by a topographical and historical description of the town, new and enlarged edition   Andrews & Co., 1877 914.22162? Basement hbk., 187pp., engravings; very poor condition. A description and history together with pen portraits of notables, buildings and personages of the town of Guildford with rambles in the town and surrounding areas.
  Ramblers guide to Guildford and environs A SON OF Surrey Geographia, 192? 914.221? Basement pbk., sketch maps, fold out map of Guildford environs, town plan of Guildford introductory essay on Guildford , description of Guildford and then a selection of 12 rambles through the Surrey countryside each with a map of the walk. Publication date estimated from references on page 59 to LGOC which started to expand services into
  The Charm of Old Surrey ALDERMAN, H M Trefoil Books, 1932 942.21 Basement hbk., 207pp., illus, drawings, plans second copy C1183 Series of sketches of Surrey villages.
  The way about Surrey with comprehensive gazetteer BAINES, A Iliffe, X 914.221 Basement hbk., 212 pp., gazetteer, sketches, fold out map A gazetteer and guide of the county
  On the Pilgrim's Way CAPPER, D P Methuen, 1928 914.22 Basement hbk., 85pp., illus, bw photos., map story of a trek along the Pilgrim's Way
  The Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury CARTWRIGHT, Julia John Murray, 1911 914.22 Basement hbk., 225pp., illus, bw photographs, drawings, sketches, map. Reprint of the account of the Pilgrim's Way first published in Art Journal 1892
  The Pilgrim's Way from Winchester to Canterbury, with illustrations by A Quinton CARTWRIGHT, Julia J S Virtue, 1895 942.2 Basement hbk., 158pp., illus., maps  
  Companion into Surrey COLLINSON-MORLEY, L Methuen, 1949 914.221 Basement hbk., 240pp., photos, bibliog. Second copy C1518, An historical and literary background to the rural areas of Surrey
  Rambles in Surrey COX, J Charles Methuen, 1910 914.221 Basement hbk., 315pp., illus, bw photos., "unconventional walks in Surrey"
  Views of all the churches and chapelries in the county of Surrey CRACKLOW, Charles Thomas Phillimore, 1979 726.58 Main Library hbk., 156pp., illus, Reprint of the plates from the 1823 edition of Cracken's companion to Manning and 's "History of Surrey". The books highlights to great variety of Surrey churches.
  The Pilgrim's Road: a practical guide for the pedestrian on the ancient way from Winchester to Canterbury ELLISTON-ERWOOD, Frank C Homeland Association, 1923 914.22 Basement hbk., 236pp., fold out map of the Pilgrim's Way, bibliog., photographs, sketch maps, plans Short guide to the Pilgrim's Way originally published din 1910
  The Landscapes of Surrey FORSS, Derek & COLLYER, Graham Countryside Books, 2001 914.221 Basement pbk., 80pp., col illus Photographic survey of Surrey "off the beaten track"
  Guildford Rural District: official guide GUILDFORD RURAL Directory Publications, 1965 914.22162? Basement pbk.,92pp., illus, bw photos, col plate, road map of Environs of Guildford, map of Guildford Rural District area Official guide to the Guildford Rural district. Publication date estimated
  A West Surrey Sketch Book: Twenty Six Drawings by William Hude with an Introductory Essay by Eric Parker HYDE, William & PARKER, Eric A C Curtis, 1913 914.22162 Basement hbk., 52pp., with plates tipped into facing pages. A short sketch book of wet Surrey with views of the locality
  In and around Guildford JUDGES, E A Surrey Times, 1895 942..2162 Basement hbk., 110pp., illus, bw photos, list of MPs for Guilford since 1800, Mayors since 1800, Recorders and High Stewards, Election results from 1874 to 1894, table of miscellaneous facts description and history of the town
  The Archive Photographs Series: The Tillingbourne Valley MILLER, Michael Chalford, 1996 914.22165 Basement pbk., 129pp., photo, bibliog.., Photographic record of the villages and hamlets in the Tillingbourne Valley during the late 19th and early 20th centuries
  Picturesque Surrey: a portfolio of sketches by Duncan Moul with descriptive letterpress by Gibson Thompson MOUL, Duncan & THOMPSON, Gibson F E Robinson, 190? 942.21 Basement hbk., 337pp., illus a contemporary description of villages in the County accompanied by engravings
  Surrey rambles: ten country walks around Surrey PALMER, Derek Countryside Books, 1987 914.221 Basement pbk., sketch maps Ten circular walks in Surrey chosen to reflect the diversity of countryside.
  Wanderings in Surrey PALMER, William T Skeffington, nd 942.21 Basement hbk., 223pp., bw illus., "Every town, river, common, ridge. wood and road in the county has been visited" A topographical description of the country in the post war period. Published about 1950.
  Highways and Byways in Surrey PARKER, Eric Macmillan, 1908 914.221 Basement 452pp., fold out map of Surrey, sketches, Very poor condition A description of Surrey for the early 19th century walker or tourist
  The Surrey Hills POUCHER, W A 1111, 1949 914.221 Basement hbk., 128pp., photos, photographic notes photographic survey of the Surrey countryside
  Surrey, Guildford and district from original water colour paintings r J Salmon, nd ? Basement pbk., 14pp., col plates Reproductions of original water colour paintings of the district
  Upland Rambles in Surrey & Sussex SHELTON, Harold Pitman, 1932 942.2 Basement hbk., 126pp., suggested itinerary, maps, illus, A series of suggested rambles and walks through Surrey and Sussex.
  A Topographical and Historical Description of the County of Surrey, Containing an Account of its Towns, Cathedrals, Castles, Antiquities Churches, Monuments, Public Edifices [and] Picturesque Scenery. SHOBERL, Mr Sherwood Neely and Jones, 1813 942.21 Basement hbk., 304pp., illus., list of books published on Surrey A description of Surrey, interesting for its historical context. Contains a general survey of the county and then more detailed descriptions; includes a list of Barons having their capital residence in Surrey, a list of baronets.
  Rambles round Guildford with a topographical and historical description of the town SMITH, W C The Author, 1828 942.2162 Basement hbk., 232pp., illus, engravings, list of subscribers, chronological table, dedicated to Arthur Onslow recorder of the town: Second copy Short contemporary description of Guildford with rambles around the countryside.
  Surrey Bells and the London Bell founders: a contribution to the comparative study of bell inscriptions STAHLSCHMIDT, J C L Elliott Stock, 1884 786.868 Basement hbk., 230pp., illus, sketches, A short account of the medieval London bell founders together with a description of the bells in Surrey churches viewed by the author
  The Breweries and Public Houses of Guildford, Part 2 including an Addendum to Part 1 STURLEY, Mark The Author, 1995 663.42 Main Library pbk., 188pp., illus., a survey of brewing in the former Guildford rural district with a brief description of public houses
  List of Antiquities in the Administrative County of Surrey SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL, Records Surrey County Council, 1965 720.94221 Basement hbk.,251pp., illus, photos, fold out maps and plans, addenda inside back cover, bibliog.. Classified index
  List of Antiquities and Conservation Areas in the Administrative County of Surrey SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL, Records and Surrey County Council, 1951 720.94221 Basement hbk., 211pp., illus, bw photos, fold out map in endpapers, copy of Emmanuel Bowen map of Surrey in side back cover
  List of Antiquities and Conservation Areas in the Administrative County of Surrey SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL, Records and Surrey County Council, 1951 720.94221 Basement hbk., 211pp., illus, bw photos, fold out map in endpapers, copy of Emmanuel Bowen map of Surrey in side back cover
  List of Antiquities and Conservation Areas in the Administrative County of Surrey SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL, Town and countr Surrey County Council, 1976 720.94221 Basement pbk., 316, maps, photos List of historic buildings in Surrey
  Parson and Parish in Eighteenth Century Surrey: Replies to Bishops Visitations to the Archdeaconry of Surrey WARD, W R Surrey Record Society, 1994 274.2216 Basement hbk., 198pp., includes list of parishes by deanery and of Surrey Peculiars Includes the returns for the visitations of 1725, 1764 and 1788
  Three Surrey churches: a chapter in English history, St Nicholas, Compton, St Mary Guildford by Rev H R Warel; and, St Martha Chilworth by P G Palmer together with some notes on St Catherine's chapel Guildford by Thackery Turner WARE, H R & PALMER, P G Frank Lasham, Guildford, 1901 726.58 Basement hbk., 262pp., illus, bw photos, plans, diagrs., lists of authorities: second copy L123 Basement Notes of lectures given on the churches together with notes putting them into an historical context
ST MARTHA'S Title Author(s) Publisher DDC Location Notes Abstract
  Surrey: Highways, Byways and Waterways BARRETT, C R B Bliss, Sands and Foster, 1895 C698 Basement 251pp., hbk., bw illus., plates a contemporary description of some of the towns and villages of Surrey: second Basement copy not accessioned
  The South Eastern Naturalist: being the transactions of the South-Eastern Union of Scientific Societies also the proceedings at the 15th Annual Congress held at Guildford TUTT, J W Elliott Stock, 1910 508.422 Basement hbk., 95pp., illus., maps, papers read at the 1910 congress

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